Abbott Similac For Spit Up Infant Formula Recalled for Cronobacter and Salmonella Contamination
Abbott Similac For Spit Up Infant Formula with Iron is recalled due to consumer complaints of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport, with evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii found in the manufacturing facility.
What this means for you
Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification applies to this recall. The product is infant formula contaminated with high-risk pathogens (Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport), with consumer complaints documenting illnesses in the most vulnerable population.
Plain-English summary
Abbott Similac For Spit Up Infant Formula with Iron is being recalled due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport. The recalled products include 7-ounce cans and 19.5-ounce plastic jars, with approximately 138,075 cases distributed nationwide and worldwide.
Consumer complaints reported Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants who consumed the product. Investigation found evidence of Cronobacter sakazakii in the manufacturing facility where the formula was produced.
Parents and caregivers should stop using the recalled product immediately. If an infant has consumed this formula and shows any signs of illness, consult a healthcare provider right away. Consumers should contact Abbott Laboratories for instructions on returning or disposing of the recalled product.
The recalled product
- Product
- Abbott Similac For Spit Up Infant Formula with Iron 7oz. can and 19.5oz. plastic jar. 6 units per case. Item numbers: 67927 68086 Retail UPCs: 070074679280 070074680873
- Manufacturer
- Abbott Laboratories
- Category
- Food — Infant Formula
- Affected units
- 138,075
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 41 recalled by Abbott Laboratories under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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